Infotainment Cockpit Development - SME

Capgemini Engineering; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Capgemini Engineering in Bengaluru seeks a Digital Cockpit Subject Matter Expert (SME) with 10+ years of experience in automotive cockpit technologies such as Digital Instrument Clusters, IVI, AAOS, and HMI. You will provide leadership in architecture, solution consulting, and engineering for next-generation SDV programs.

You will mentor teams, drive end-to-end cockpit design, and collaborate with OEMs and Tier-1s to deliver scalable cockpit solutions while ensuring compliance with safety and

Qualifications

• 10+ years in automotive cockpit technologies.
• Experience across Digital Instrument Clusters, IVI, AAOS, and HMI.
• Ability to lead architecture reviews and guide solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end digital cockpit solutions encompassing instrument clusters, IVI, and integrated cockpit platforms.
• Lead architecture reviews and platform selection activities.
• Mentor engineering teams and ensure compliance with automotive standards.
• Support customer discussions, technical proposals, and solution consulting engagements.

Skills

Digital Cockpit

AAOS

Android

Architecture Leadership

Tools

AUTOSAR

Qt/QML

Linux

C++

Job description

• Android Automotive OS (AAOS)
• Voice Assistant Integration
• Android Automotive OS using Java

Job Description

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Digital Cockpit Subject Matter Expert (SME) with 10+ years of relevant experience in automotive cockpit technologies, including Digital Instrument Clusters, Infotainment Systems (IVI), Android Automotive OS (AAOS), Connectivity, HMI, and Integrated Cockpit Platforms.

The ideal candidate will provide technical leadership, architecture guidance, solution consulting, and engineering expertise for next-generation connected, intelligent, and software-defined vehicle (SDV) programs.

Key Responsibilities

Solution Architecture & Engineering

• Design and define end-to-end digital cockpit solutions encompassing:
• Digital Instrument Clusters
• Infotainment Systems (IVI)
• Integrated Digital Cockpit Platforms
• Voice and AI-based Assistants
• Lead architecture reviews and technology/platform selection activities.
• Drive integration of middleware, operating systems, application frameworks, and connected services.
• Collaborate with OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, and cross-functional teams to deliver scalable cockpit solutions.
• Support roadmap planning for future cockpit innovations and software-defined vehicle initiatives.

Program Support & Governance

• Mentor engineering teams on cockpit technologies, architecture best practices, and development methodologies.
• Provide technical guidance for issue resolution, risk mitigation, and escalation management.
• Ensure compliance with automotive quality, safety, and software development standards.
• Conduct architecture assessments, design reviews, and performance evaluations.
• Support customer discussions, technical proposals, and solution consulting engagements.

Required Technical Expertise

Automotive Cockpit Systems

• Digital Instrument Clusters
• Infotainment Systems (IVI)
• Integrated Cockpit Platforms
• Android Automotive OS (AAOS)
• Voice Assistant Integration
• Vehicle Settings and Diagnostics
• Connected Vehicle Services
• Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) Cockpit Solutions

Software Platforms

• Android Automotive OS using Java
• Linux-based Automotive Systems using C++
• Embedded Linux Platforms
• RTOS-based Systems and Concepts

Automotive Communication Protocols

• CAN
• CAN-FD
• LIN
• Automotive Ethernet
• SOME/IP
• Diagnostics over IP (DoIP)
• MQTT
• DDS (Preferred)

Middleware & Frameworks

• AUTOSAR Classic Platform
• AUTOSAR Adaptive Platform
• Service-Oriented Architectures (SOA)
• Middleware Integration Frameworks
• Vehicle Service Abstraction Layers

HMI & User Experience

• Qt/QML
• Android UI Frameworks
• Automotive UX/UI Design Principles
• Multi-screen Cockpit Architectures
• Touch-based and Gesture-enabled Interfaces
• Driver-centric User Experience Design

Cloud & Connected Vehicle Technologies

• Over-the-Air (OTA) Updates
• Cloud Connectivity and Integration
• Connected Vehicle Ecosystems
• Vehicle-to-Cloud Communication
• Edge and Cloud-based Automotive Services

Job Description - Grade Specific

Is fully competent in its own area and has a deep understanding of related programming concepts software design and software development principles. Works autonomously with minimal supervision. Able to act as a key contributor in a complex environment, lead the activities of a team for software design and software development. Acts proactively to understand internalorexternal client needs and offers advice even when not asked. Able to assess and adapt to project issues, formulate innovative solutions, work under pressure and drive team to succeed against its technical and commercial goals. Aware of profitability needs and may manage costs for specific projectorwork area. Explains difficult concepts to a variety of audiences to ensure meaning is understood. Motivates other team members and creates informal networks with key contacts outside own area.